2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1966 Renault Floride
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (100 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1966 Renault Floride. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 450 kg more than 1966 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Renault Floride is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Fiesta (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Floride. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 1966 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | Floride |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
